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With Sydney's four month lockdown finally coming to an end and vaccination rates continuing to rise, many people within the health sector are now turning their attention to how we can treat people with Covid-19, as well as trying to prevent its spread altogether. In anticipation of a sharp increase in case numbers as restrictions ease around the country, the Federal Government has ordered 300,000 doses of Molnupiravir, but can a pill really cure the deadly virus that has caused havoc across the entire world for nearly two years? The Quicky speaks to an expert in infectious diseases to find out more about the drug, and others that are already being administered to consider what the best options are for helping us to recover when we've been diagnosed with coronavirus.  CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Associate Professor Sanjaya Senanayake - Infectious Diseases Physician and Associate Professor of Medicine at the Australian National University's Medical School Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One week ago, the woman who has established herself as one of NSW's most popular politicians ever, Premier Gladys Berejiklian sensationally quit following the news that the State's anti-corruption commission ICAC would be investigating her actions. It all stems back to a number of grants handed out in the Wagga Wagga electorate of her former secret boyfriend, disgraced MP Daryl Maguire, but the question is did she do something wrong or is she a victim of circumstance and speculation? The Quicky speaks to an Australian politics expert to find out why Gladys is under investigation, and if this in fact could be the catalyst for her not only surviving a scandal, but rising from the ashes to the very highest office in Australia. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Mark Kenny - Australian Studies Professor at the Australian National University and host of the weekly politics and public affairs podcast, Democracy Sausage With Mark Kenny  Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With COVID-19 restrictions set to ease across Australia over the coming weeks, many of us are looking forward to the festive season with hope that we will be able to see our friends and family and enjoy a 'normal' holiday. But whether that will actually happen might depend on where you live in Australia, whether your loved ones are here or overseas, and if you are living with a disability or other potential vulnerabilities. The Quicky speaks to an expert in epidemiology and biostatistics, and a Federal Senator who is also a disability rights advocate to find out whether we'll be celebrating or commiserating this December 25th. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Professor Adrian Esterman - Chair of Biostatistics and Epidemiology at the University of South Australia Jordan Steele-John - Greens Senator for Western Australia who represents a number of portfolios including Disability Rights and Services Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As vaccination rates continue to rise across the country and more restrictions are lifted, many parents are wondering when they will be able to have their youngest vaccinated, and if it's safe for them to go back to school and reintegrate into society before they do. Pfizer is already trialling its COVID-19 jab on 5 to 11 year olds, and overseas Moderna jabs are being tested on six-month-old babies, but when will they be made available to families in Australia? The Quicky speaks to an expert epidemiologist to find out when children of all ages will finally be protected against contracting and transmitting COVID-19, and how you can protect your kids in the meantime. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Professor Marylouise McLaws - Epidemiologist with expertise in hospital infection and infectious diseases control, based at the University of NSW Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After 16 years in the top job, Chancellor Angela Merkel is stepping down, bringing to an end an era of transformation not only for the people of Germany, but for the entire world. Whether you like her politics or not, there's no denying Merkel has been one of the most influential people for nearly two decades, a woman who isn't afraid to stare down some of the world's toughest political leaders while turning Germany into an economic powerhouse. The Quicky speaks to an expert in German politics to consider who Angela Merkel is as a private citizen as well as a leader, how she came to power, and what life will look like for Europe after she hands over the reins of power. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Matt Fitzpatrick - Professor in the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at Flinders University in Adelaide Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the shock resignation of NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian on Friday, The Quicky reexamines the issue of why female politicians are subject to far more speculation and interrogation about their private lives than their male counterparts. From salacious headlines and speculation, to an outpouring of support for her online, everyone has an opinion, but what does it actually mean to be a female politician in Australia? How much does gender play into the experiences of women in leadership? The Quicky speaks to a Sydney journalist to consider the lives of Australia's female politicians, the standards society holds them to, and where we draw the line between a private life and public service.  CREDITS  Hosts/Producers: Claire Murphy and Emma Gillespie Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Jenna Price - Visiting fellow at the Australian National University and a regular columnist for The Sydney Morning Herald Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In recent years the ‘dad bods’ of Hollywood stars and even the guy next door have been praised as something we should consider as sexy as a six pack, so why don’t we have that same passion for mum bods when it’s us who actually give birth? Instead, social media and the tabloids hold up images of women who’ve been able to ‘snap back’ to their pre-baby body as being ideal, often leaving women for whom that doesn’t happen feeling inadequate. The Quicky speaks to an obstetrician and an expert in gender to find out why we are willing to praise the average body for dads but not mums, and take a head to toe look at all the amazing ways our bodies change during pregnancy and birth that should be celebrated.  CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Dr Vicki Woodward - Obstetrician at The Royal Women's Hospital in Victoria Dr Blair Williams - Research Fellow and Lecturer at The Global Institute for Women's Leadership, based at The Australian National University in Canberra Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After three decades of allegations of horrific sexual abuse of underage girls, R Kelly, the man once known as 'the King of RnB' has finally been convicted and could spend the rest of his life in prison. But for many of the victims and onlookers, the question of why it took so long for him to be publicly outed and punished? And why did so many of the music industry's biggest stars continue working with him despite the mounting evidence against him? The Quicky takes you on a journey through time looking at who R Kelly is, how his criminal behaviour evolved, all the allegations against him, and speaks with a journalist based in the US who has been covering the most recent trial that finally saw him brought to justice. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Kathryn Diss - ABC's North America correspondent based in Washington, DC.  Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wearable tech, including smart watches in particular, are increasingly becoming a part of our everyday lives helping to track our movements, sleep, communications and a lot of other data, but have you ever questioned whether or not this is a good thing? The Quicky speaks to self-confessed smart watch obsessive Jessie Stephens, and an expert in these new technologies to find out whether all of this information is making us feel better or worse about ourselves, and if this very personal data is in fact secure. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Jessie Stephens - Editor of News and Features at Mamamia, host of True Crime Conversations and The Delivery Room, and co-host of Cancelled and Mamamia Out Loud Associate Professor Valerie Gay - Expert in Mobile Technologies, Digital Health and Social Innovation at the University of Technology, Sydney Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we edge closer to 70% or even 80% double vaccination targets, you might be wondering how we will all come back together in society once COVID-19 restrictions are lifted? In particular many of us are feeling anxious about how to tactfully ask friends, loved ones, colleagues and customers if they have been vaccinated, as it can be a very tricky discussion to have with lots of strong feelings involved either way. The Quicky speaks to two experts to find out how you can safely navigate this difficult conversation, especially when you know someone doesn't want to get the jab, without endangering your relationships or your health. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Elizabeth Stuart - Professor in the Department of Mental Health, the Department of Biostatistics, and the Department of Health Policy and Management of the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Associate Dean for Education. Elizabeth recently  co-authored the article Should I Ask My Friends If They Are Vaccinated? COVID-19 vaccine etiquette and considerations for all the people in your life Elisabeth Shaw - CEO of Relationships Australia NSW and has worked for over 25 years as a clinical and counselling psychologist with extensive experience in relationships services Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's easy to spot overtly racist imagery, policies and behaviour, but what about the everyday micro aggressions that get laughed off as a 'joke' in casual conversations? Do you know how to recognise casual racism, whether it's in yourself or someone else? Perhaps you are on the receiving end of this inappropriate behaviour on a daily basis and know all too well the harm it causes. The Quicky speaks with three women of colour about their experiences, including a psychotherapist who helps people to stop and think about their actions, and to discuss what we can all do to end casual racism for good. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Emily Vernem - Social Media Producer, Author and Co-Host of The Undone podcast at Mamamia Melody Teh - Deputy Editor at Mamamia Dr Kathomi Gatwiri - Psychotherapist, Senior Social Work Lecturer at Southern Cross University, and the founder of Healing Together, a multifunctional consulting and therapy service Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're constantly being told and sold new ways to make ourselves feel happy, but as the COVID-19 pandemic drags on it is much easier said than done as we continue experience a range of complex emotions. So how can we feel happy when it seems like everything is still crappy? The Quicky speaks to an expert who has spent their career researching what it means to be happy about how we can really feel better amid the current health crisis, and why leaning in to other less pleasant feelings rather than trying to avoid them might help. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Professor Brock Bastian - Social Psychologist and happiness expert based in the School of Psychological Sciences at the University of Melbourne whose research focuses on ethics and well-being, pain, happiness, and morality. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ex-Attorney General Christian Porter has resigned from his role as a Minister and returned to the backbench, but many experts believe he will be back in a position of significant power, and possibly even the top job in the not-too-distant future. But why does it seem like some politicians can weather any storm that comes their way no matter how big the scandal, while others are cast out forever at the slightest hint of an allegation? The Quicky speaks with a former female MP who was ousted on the basis of some nasty rumours, and an Australian politics expert to find out what factors decide who can stay in Parliament, and who has to go. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Emma Husar - Former Labor MP for the Division of Lindsay until allegations by a former staff member of sexual harassment and bullying saw her fired from her role in Parliament and ousted from the Party Mark Kenny - Australian Studies Professor at the Australian National University and host of the weekly politics and public affairs podcast, Democracy Sausage With Mark Kenny  Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If the people of Melbourne are able to leave their sixth lockdown next month as planned, they will have spent a total of nearly 300 days in lockdown since the pandemic began, more than any other city in the world outside of China. The impact of the ongoing stay-at-home orders has been serious on everyone's mental health, so the big question as we look to the future, is will they ever truly recover? The Quicky speaks to two women who've been through it all in Melbourne, and an expert in mental health who himself also lives and works in Victoria's capital, to find out what life has been like for millions of people who continue to stay home for the greater good. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Paula - A listener living in Melbourne who hasn't seen her three children or their families since last Christmas Laura - A solo mum by choice, who couldn't have foreseen having to raise her daughter through a bushfire evacuation and then the pandemic Professor Tony Jorm - Emeritus Professor at the University of Melbourne whose research focuses on building the community’s capacity for prevention and early intervention with mental disorders Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 years ago the Spice Girls exploded onto the global pop music scene with their first of many hits Wannabe, bringing to the world the concept of 'girl power' and a whole lot of fun for their fans. But after all this time, where does the concept of 'girl power' sit in 2021, and what has happened to all those young people who saw themselves represented in Scary, Sporty, Ginger, Baby and Posh? The Quicky speaks to an entertainment and celebrity journalist, and an expert in gender to consider what impact the Spice Girls had on feminism, and where their legacy stands today. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Genevieve Hassan - Host and producer of the podcast Celebrity Catch Up: Life After That Thing I Did which celebrates much-loved TV, film and music of the 1980s-2000s with the stars that made them, and a former BBC Entertainment reporter for over a decade Professor Marylou Rasmussen - An academic in the College of Arts and Social Sciences at the Australian National University, who specialises in Gender, Sexuality and Education Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 years ago, Charlene Whitstock's life transformed forever when she went from being a professional swimmer in South Africa, to the Princess of Monaco after marrying Prince Albert II, but at no point was her story a fairytale. From rumours of her husband's many affairs and children born to other women, to reports that she had her passport confiscated and was essentially forced down the aisle, Princess Charlene has never been able to escape gossip about her marriage. The Quicky speaks to a Royal expert to find out the truth about who Princess Charlene really is, and whether she really needs help to escape the clutches of Monaco's Royal Family, or just some privacy from endless public speculation. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Maddalena Mastrostefano - Europe Correspondent for Royal Central, who has written extensively about Monaco's Royal Family Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Within a few weeks, Australia will begin trialling our first vaccine passports, following in the footsteps of many other countries where this digital document is already commonly used to gain access to domestic services like hairdressers and restaurants, and international travel. For many people this is the logical next step as we try to find a way to move forward with our lives and 'learn to live with Covid', but for others this is yet another violation of our rights to freedom of choice and movement. The Quicky speaks to an expert in mandatory vaccination policy and a Federal Government Minister to break down how vaccine passports will work in Australia, and explore why people are divided on whether they should exist at all. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Dr Katie Attwell - Senior Lecturer in the School of Social Sciences at the University of Western Australia, and an Australian Research Council Discovery Early Career Researcher Award Fellow who specialises in mandatory vaccination policy Dan Tehan - Federal Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment, member of the Liberal Party, and the Federal Member for Wannon in Victoria Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, one of America's most hotly anticipated fraud trials began when the woman once known as the youngest, self-made female billionaire, Elizabeth Holmes entered a courtroom to face the jury who will decide if she spends the next 20 years in jail. At just 19 she founded bio-tech company Theranos in Silicon Valley, where she was frequently referred to as 'the next Steve Jobs' for her plan to revolutionise healthcare with a new blood testing technology she claimed to have invented. The only problem was, it didn't work. The Quicky speaks to an expert in human behaviour to find out how such a young woman was able to convince some of America's most highly respected businesspeople to invest hundreds of millions of dollars, and how it all came crashing down. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Dr Jennifer Wilson - Behavioural scientist, holistic risk strategist, and psycho-cybersecurity expert This episode of The Quicky uses some grabs from the 2019 HBO documentary, The Inventor: Out For Blood In Silicon Valley, and this TedMed Talk from 2014. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When someone dies with Covid-19, one question that quickly comes up, is did they have an underlying health condition? It seems we find it easier to accept a person's death if we think they were already very ill or elderly, but is this just a way of excusing these deaths? And how do you know if your own medical conditions make you more vulnerable? The Quicky speaks to a medical expert to find out what counts as an 'underlying health condition', and how much of an impact that really has on your risk of falling seriously ill or even dying from Covid-19. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Professor Nancy Baxter - Head of the School Of Population And Global Health at the University of Melbourne, a clinical epidemiologist, general surgeon and health services researcher. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With all eyes on the pandemic, you might not have noticed that last month our Federal Government passed new laws that mean if you are suspected of a crime, police and other agencies can now hack your smartphone without you even knowing about it. The Surveillance Legislation Amendment (Identify and Disrupt) Bill 2021 is intended to help combat the growing problem of online criminal activity which sounds like a good thing, but not everyone is convinced the new powers will only be used to target criminals. The Quicky speaks to a digital rights activist to find out why many think this is a step too far when it comes to violating our privacy, and how it could even make it easier for perpetrators of domestic violence to stalk their victims, or anyone deemed to be an enemy of the state. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Jacob Round Guest: Lucie Krahulcova - Executive Director of Digital Rights Watch Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a sad reality that no matter which industry you're in, if you are a woman who has ever had a job in Australia you've probably witnessed or experienced sexual harassment or assault in the workplace. Last week, hundreds of experts and survivors came together to discuss how we can better protect all women at the National Summit on Women's Safety, but with the Government refusing to implement key reforms, will it really make a difference? The Quicky hears several women's stories, and speaks to a workplace investigator and trainer who uses his experience as a lawyer and former member of the Police to change workplace culture and prevent inappropriate behaviour before it happens. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Jacob Round Guest: Phil O'Brien - Workplace Investigator and Trainer at Australian Workplace Training and Investigation (AWPTI) Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Twenty years ago, a group of 19 terrorists hijacked four commercial flights in the United States and crashed them into prominent sites including the World Trade Centre and the Pentagon, sparking the War on Terror which has claimed at least 900,000 lives. Two decades on, life remains changed forever, for everyone. The Quicky speaks to an Australian woman who worked in a New York City hospital that day helping the injured, and a prominent anti-racism advocate about why none of our lives have been, or will ever be the same again. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Jacob Round Guests: Liz - Worked in a New York City hospital on 9/11 and helped to take care of the injured Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah - Palestinian and anti-racism advocate, postdoctoral research fellow in the Department of Sociology at Macquarie University, co-editor of the anthology Arab, Australian, Other, and multi-award-winning author of 11 books, including Coming of Age in the War on Terror Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Losing a child at the hands of an online predator is every parent's worst nightmare, which tragically became a reality for one South Australian mum in 2007 when her daughter was brutally murdered by a 50-year-old man pretending to be her teenage love interest. This National Child Protection Week, The Quicky speaks to that mum about how she now helps other parents spot the warning signs that their child is at risk, and two members of the Australian Federal Police about the best ways to keep your kids safe online.  Do you want to know how to keep kids safe online? Introducing the Safe on Social Toolkit: the digital ‘survival kit’ of everything parents and teachers need to know to keep kids safe on social media right now. Get the toolkit now at www.safeonsocialtoolkit.com If you have seen inappropriate behaviour towards child online, including online grooming and inappropriate contact, make a report to the Australian Centre to Counter Child Exploitation at www.accce.gov.au/report CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Jacob Round Guests: Sonya Ryan - Founder and CEO of The Carly Ryan Foundation, dedicated o the protection of children and ensuring their online experiences are positive and safe Detective Acting Inspector Kurt Wesche - Has worked in Australian Federal Police (AFP) child protection investigations for more than eight years Simone McKeough - Leader of the Online Child Safety Team, which is responsible for delivering the AFP-led education program ThinkUKnow Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There has been a lot of news recently coming out of the  regional NSW town of Wilcannia, where as many as 15% of the town's population, most of whom are Aboriginal, have contracted Covid-19. This has highlighted the inequalities faced by many Aussies living in remote areas, and has us wondering what is happening in terms of the pandemic when it comes to First Nations Australians more broadly? The Quicky speaks to two indigenous women who work for NSW Aboriginal Land Councils, and the Shadow Minister for Indigenous Australians to find out what exactly is happening in these communities, and what we and the government should be doing to help them. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Jenny Thwaites - CEO of the Wilcannia Local Aboriginal Land Council Anne Dennis - Chairperson of the NSW Aboriginal Land Council, Councillor for the North West Region, and a proud Gamilaraay woman Linda Burney - Labor Member for Barton and Shadow Minister for Families and Social Services, and for Indigenous Australians, and a proud member of the Wiradjuri nation Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There have been many downsides to the pandemic, but one of the worst is that it seems to have divided Aussies into a collection of individual states and territories rather than one united nation. The fight over closed domestic borders, and politicians at all levels blaming each other over their handling of Covid-19 has caused what some fear may be an irreparable rift. The Quicky speaks to a Federal Senator, and an Australian Studies expert to find out how we got to this point, and if and when we might all be reunited as one country moving forward. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Senator Amanda Stoker - Federal Assistant Minister to the Attorney-General, Assistant Minister for Women and Assistant Minister for Industrial Relations Mark Kenny - Australian Studies Professor at the Australian National University's College of Arts and Social Sciences, and host of the weekly politics and public affairs podcast, Democracy Sausage With Mark Kenny Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women's underwear has changed dramatically over the centuries, and it seems our relationship with our bras is shifting once again as so many of us are spending a lot more time at home, but is this temporary, or will we ditch the old 'boulder holders' for good? The Quicky speaks to a variety of women of all shapes and sizes, a journalist who tried living bra-free for a week, and a gender studies expert to find out how we really feel about our bras and our breasts, and why having our nipples visible in public is still taboo. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Kellie Scott - Digital Journalist for the ABC in Brisbane who recently tried going bra-free for a week to see what would happen Dr Briony Lipton - Postdoctoral research associate within the Women, Work and Leadership Research Group at the University of Sydney Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've launched a new podcast here at Mamamia, it's called 8 Minutes To Change Your (Work) Life...and we wanted to share the first episode with you.  If you like it, find more episodes here: https://omny.fm/shows/8-minutes-to-change-your-work-life/playlists/eight-minutes-to-change-your-work-life Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Part Two of this special investigation, The Quicky speaks to four children aged between 6 and 16 to find out what they are really thinking and feeling about Covid-19, especially those who remain in lockdown with their families. We also speak with a paediatric epidemiologist working at one of Sydney's most impacted hospitals to find out just how many children are being admitted with serious COVID-19 symptoms, and how concerned we should be for all kids as the pandemic continues. Do you want to know how to keep kids safe online? Introducing the Safe on Social Toolkit: the digital ‘survival kit’ of everything parents and teachers need to know to keep kids safe on social media right now. Get the toolkit now at www.safeonsocialtoolkit.com CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Tilly - Aged 6 Harper - Aged 11 Lilly & Charlotte - Aged 16 Professor Ben Marais - Senior Clinical Academic at The Children's Hospital at Westmead, and Deputy Director of the Marie Bashir Institute for Infectious Diseases and Biosecurity Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the first of a two-part special looking at how families are coping with the ongoing pandemic, especially those who remain in lockdown. In Part One, The Quicky speaks to a number of parents, including a doctor and a psychologist to hear in their own words what the impact of seemingly endless restrictions has been, and what we can do to when we feel like we aren't coping. If you are experiencing parental burnout and need some support, you can join the Parental Burnout Facebook group, or speak to our expert guest Hélène Gatland. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Anastasia - Mother to two young children, who is also working full-time from home alongside her partner Dr Angela - Sydney doctor, and mum to a one year old child who is currently in day care Cathy - Mother to twin 16-year-old girls, who is concerned for their long-term wellbeing in lockdown Hélène Gatland - Award-winning international psychologist, family coach, childcare educator, and nanny Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the Taliban regained control in Afghanistan, there has been grave concern for women and children who were grossly mistreated during the militant group's last rule, during which they implemented strict Sharia law, but what exactly is it? The Quicky speaks to an expert in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies to find out where Sharia Law comes from, its different interpretations, and why the brutality of the Taliban is not for the vast majority Muslims a genuine reflection of their faith or beliefs. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Dr Raihan Ismail - ARC DECRA Fellow & Senior Lecturer in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies at the Australian National University in Canberra. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the worst things about cCOVID-19 restrictions is that it can restrict our ability to hit the gym or partake in the team sports we love, but there are some pandemic-safe alternatives to benefit your mind and body, like running. If you're not a natural runner the thought of it can be daunting, so The Quicky is speaking to a dedicated runner and a physiotherapist to find our how you can safely take up this hobby and learn to love pounding the pavement. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Chelsea McLaughlin - Senior Entertainment Writer at Mamamia and dedicated, long-term runner Chloe de Winter - Qualified Physiotherapist and founder of Go Chlo Pilates, a premium Pilates platform offering classes for every 'body' that can be enjoyed anywhere, anytime Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Qantas has released an emotional new ad depicting a number of people getting ready for the their first post-covid trip overseas, which had many of us in floods of tears thinking about what we have been missing since Australia's international border closed. But it is the timing of this ad that has caused the most intrigue, with many people wondering if it means the Government is planning to reopen the border sometime soon? The Quicky speaks to an international travel journalist and a Federal Minister to find out whether we really will be 'flying away' in the not-too-distant future. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Dan Tehan - Federal Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment Chris Chamberlin - International business travel journalist and Associate Editor of Executive Traveller Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With no end in sight to Australia's current lockdowns and restrictions, it seems some of our political leaders are trying to shift our focus away from daily case numbers, and concentrate more on vaccination rates and what 'living with Covid' might look like. But what about states like WA and Queensland where no serious outbreaks have occurred for a long time, are they living in a fantasy that they can stay Covid-free forever, or should the rest of the country be trying to get back to zero cases? The Quicky speaks to an epidemiologist, a political reporter, and a public policy expert to find out whether eliminating Covid-19 is possible or just political spin, and what life might be like if this virus simply never goes away. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Dr Meru Sheel - Global health researcher and an infectious diseases epidemiologist with expertise in public health emergencies, emerging infectious and vaccine-preventable diseases, based at the Australian National University in Canberra Jane Norman - Federal political reporter based in the ABC's Parliament House bureau Tim Soutphommasane - Professor of Practice (Sociology and Political Theory), and Director, Culture Strategy at the University of Sydney Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been more than a week since the Taliban seized control of Afghanistan, after two decades of the United States and their allies, including Australia trying to create peace and stability. Footage captured by those on the ground shows just how chaotic the situation is as thousands of people desperately try to flee, but what is our Government doing to help, especially those Afghans who kept our defence force and civilian personnel safe over the past 20 years? The Quicky speaks to a woman who came to Australia as an Afghan refugee 30 years ago, and a human rights expert to find out what we as citizens, and our Government could and should be doing to help. To donate to the gofundme page Maria mentions in this story to help the AFG Young Leaders help those Afghan refugees who make it to Australia, click here If you would like to support emergency workers providing humanitarian assistance in Afghanistan, please make a donation to the UNHCR. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Professor Susan Harris Rimmer - Director of the Griffith University Policy Innovation Hub, who formerly worked for the UN High Commissioner for Refugees Maria Aziz - Arrived in Australia from Afghanistan 30 years ago as a refugee and now works as a counsellor Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the Delta variant exploded in Sydney, our news headlines have been almost entirely focused on what is happening with COVID-19 inside our own borders, but what's happening with the pandemic overseas? The Quicky is checking in with some friends in Italy, London, France and the United States, as well as an expert in Australia to find out if and how the rest of the world is learning to live with the virus, and what other countries can teach us about how to emerge from our current crisis. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Lotta Haegg - Broadcast Journalist for BBC Radio London Roberta Tyrrell Braccelli - Originally from Alice Springs, but now lives with her husband and children in Italy Amelia Lester - Executive Editor of global magazine Foreign Policy Emilie Lefebvre - Formerly Mamamia's Head of Content Strategy and Audience Development until she and her family moved back to France Anthony Zwi - Professor of Global Health and Development in the School of Social Sciences at the University of NSW (UNSW) Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Paralympics couldn't come at a better time with millions of Aussie still in lockdown and looking for ways to find a little light in life. This year our Paralympic team is stronger than ever despite having to navigate a trip to Japan where COVID-19 is on the rise again and the delay of these games for an extra year due to the pandemic. The Quicky speaks to the Australian Paralympic Chef de Mission Kate McLoughlin to find out who to look out for, whose likely to being home gold and who has made it to Tokyo despite the hurdles put in front of them. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Kate McLoughlin -  Paralympics Australia Chef de Mission. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social distancing has been the necessary evil keeping us safe from harm during the pandemic, but with no end in sight, you might be really missing the physical touch of another person, whether it be a handshake, a hug and kiss, or sex. For parents, ensuring their children grow-up with an understanding of positive touch is crucial, and for anyone living alone, the psychological and physical impact of not being able to touch anyone else for an extended period can be severe. The Quicky speaks to a psychologist and relationships expert to find out what this absence of physical contact is doing to us all, and what we can do for ourselves and others to minimise the long term negative effects. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Elisabeth Shaw - CEO of Relationships Australia NSW who has worked for over 25 years as a clinical and counselling psychologist with extensive experience in relationships services Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The average person born with a uterus can expect to have up to 500 periods in their lifetime, but despite the organ being fundamental to all human life, we still know relatively little about it. The Quicky speaks to an expert in Female Pelvic Medicine to discuss the many conditions impacting the health of our uterus, how it is directly linked to our sexual pleasure, and why there is still so much more to discover about this unique part of our body. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Gemma Bath Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Dr Tanaka Dune - Consultant (Attending) Urogynaecologist at The Royal Women's Hospital in Melbourne Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been two months since a single case of the Delta variant set off a catastrophic chain of transmission which is now seeing NSW record over 600 cases, and often several fatalities from COVID-19 every day. During that time, the rhetoric from our leaders has changed dramatically from hope of returning to zero transmission in the community, to an increasing reliance on mass vaccination, but what happens if that doesn't solve the problem? The Quicky speaks to an expert epidemiologist to discuss what the realistic options are for all Australians as the outbreak continues to spread. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Gemma Bath Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Professor Marylouise McLaws - An expert in infection prevention and control, surveillance, hospital infection, outbreaks, and patient safety based at the University of NSW (UNSW) Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has released a new report on the state of global climate change and the findings were damning, especially for Australia. The situation is now so bad, UN Secretary-General António Guterres says the report is a “code red for humanity” and greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel burning and deforestation are choking our planet and putting billions of people at immediate risk. The Quicky speaks to two climate change experts to find out what more our Government can and should be doing enough to mitigate the impacts of climate change, and what we can all do as individuals to stop the destruction of our planet before it's too late. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Jacob Round Guests: Dr Pep Canadell - Chief Research Scientist in the CSIRO Climate Science Centre and Executive Director of the Global Carbon Project (GCP) Dr Adam Bumpus - CEO and Co-founder of RedGrid, a web3.0 company providing distributed hashtable (post-blockchain) infrastructure to help transition to the Transactive Clean Economy. Adam is also a Senior Lecturer in Entrepreneurship in the Department of Management and Marketing at the University of Melbourne.  Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A deepening crisis in Afghanistan is starting to dominate news headlines, as the Taliban has re-taken control of almost the entire country, putting millions of lives at risk. Shocking footage shows people desperately trying to flee as violence and kidnappings of women and girls broke out across the country. The Quicky speaks to two experts in international security and gender to find out how the situation deteriorated so quickly following the recent withdrawal of American and Australian troops, and what we can all do to help. If you would like to support vulnerable Afghans fleeing their homes amid the current crisis, you can make a donation to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Jacob Round Guests: Dr Charles Miller - Lecturer at the Australian National University's College of Arts and Social Sciences, with particular expertise in Strategic Studies. Mona Tajali - Associate Professor in International Relations and Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies at Agnes Scott College in Georgia, USA, and member of the Women Living Under Muslim Laws transnational feminist solidarity network Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There has been a lot of mixed messaging and confusion about who should receive which COVID-19 vaccine in Australia, but now a third vaccine has been provisionally approved for use in everyone over the age of 18. The Moderna vaccine is due to start being administered to Aussies as early as September, but how will it fit into the bigger vaccination rollout, and how do you know if it is right for you? The Quicky speaks to a vaccine expert to find out how the Moderna jab compares to Pfizer and AstraZeneca, and everything we know so far about who will be offered it and when. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guest: Professor Thomas Preiss - Molecular Biologist and Leader of the RNA Biology Group, at the Australian National University's College of Health and Medicine Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are many male celebrities without much hair on their heads who are still considered sex symbols, such as Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Jason Statham, and Tyrese Gibson to name a few, but finding a celebrated bald woman is much more difficult. It seems that when it comes to women and their hair, losing it or not having much to start with is still considered taboo, leaving many women with deep insecurities that they often can't even discuss with their closest friends or loved ones. The Quicky speaks to three women who have lost their hair for different reasons, and an expert in female hair loss to find out why it happens, how common it is, and why for many women it still feels too embarrassing to talk about in 2021. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Leigh Campbell - Mamamia's Executive Editor and co-host of You Beauty and This Glorious Mess Little Kids podcasts who lost lots of hair during and after pregnancy Keryn Donnelly - Mamamia's Pop Culture Editor who lost some of her hair twice during lockdown due to stress Maddie King - Mamamia's Social Media Executive who lost most of her hair when she underwent chemotherapy Professor Rod Sinclair - Expert in Dermatology at the University of Melbourne and Director of Sinclair Dermatology Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you have received a debt letter from Services Australia claiming that you owe thousands of dollars in childcare subsidy overpayments dating back several years, you are not alone. We received hundreds of your stories about these sudden demands for repayment, with many of you saying you believe the amounts are incorrect and unfair. The Quicky speaks to three working mums, a lawyer, and the Head of Services Australia to find out what you can do if you receive a childcare rebate debt bill. If you feel you have received an inaccurate or unfair childcare rebate debt letter, you can complete this form to request a formal review or explanation from Services Australia. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Emma, Aleks and Rachel - All working mums who received unexpected childcare rebate debt notices Guy Tiffany - Lawyer at Gordon Legal who worked on the Robodebt case Hank Jongen - General Manager of Services Australia Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millions of Aussies are struggling with anxiety as daily press conferences filled with endless facts and figures about Covid-19 negatively impact our mental health, but what happens if you can't turn off the news? For journalists all over the world, the mental health toll of having to constantly provide updates to the public and be tuned in to what's happening with outbreaks every waking moment of their day is having a seriously detrimental impact on their wellbeing. The Quicky speaks to two journalists to find out how they have coped with the never ending information about the pandemic, and having to think, read and talk about it non-stop for the past 20 months. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Charlotte Mortlock - TV News Journalist who recently shared on Instagram just how difficult it is for reporters who have to keep covering the one story of COVID-19 indefinitely, day in, day out Melanie Tait - Freelance Journalist and former Executive Producer of The Quicky Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tuesday 10th August is officially Census Day 2021, but have you ever wondered what the point of it is, especially as the Government has decided not to ask about sexuality even though LGBTIQ+ advocates have said loud and clear that they want to be counted? And last time we did this, it resulted in #CensusFail2016 when the website crashed and had to be taken down for 40 hours, so will this census be any better? The Quicky speaks to a cyber expert, a demographer, and an advocate for the LGBTIQ+ community to find out why we conduct a census, how safe it is, and why the Government still refuses to acknowledge the LGBTIQ+ community in 2021. CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Professor Matthew Warren - Director of the RMIT University Centre for Cyber Security Research Dr Liz Allen - Demographer and Lecturer based at the Centre for Social Research & Methods at The Australian National University in Canberra Nicky Bath - Chief Executive Officer of LGBTIQ+ Health Australia Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the start of the pandemic in 2020, there was very little concern for the impacts of the virus on children, as we were repeatedly told that they rarely caught the disease, or suffered any serious health consequences. But 18 months on, a very different story is being told by health experts; as the Delta strain runs rampant in Australia and many other countries, the pressure to vaccinate children against COVID-19 is increasing. The Quicky speaks to a Sydney mother, and an expert in children's disease to find out just how concerned we should be for the safety of our kids, and what we can do to protect them as the pandemic continues. Do you want to know how to keep kids safe online? Introducing the Safe on Social Toolkit: the digital ‘survival kit’ of everything parents and teachers need to know to keep kids safe on social media right now. Get the toolkit now at www.safeonsocialtoolkit.com CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Karen - A mother of six children, only the eldest of which have been able to access a COVID-19 vaccine Associate Professor Asha Bowen - Program Head, Vaccines and Infectious Diseases at the Telethon Kids Institute, and Head of the Department of Infectious Diseases at Perth Children’s Hospital ---- The Lady Startup Activation Plan is an online course is taught by Mamamia's co-founder, Mia Freeman, for any woman who wants to start a business, micro-business or side-hustle. ⁠⁠With lifetime access, live group mentoring sessions, a private support Facebook Group, checklists, workbooks, lessons and videos, the Activation Plan will guide you through every step of the way so you can start your business the right way, the first time. Enrolments close at midnight AEST tonight, Monday 9th of August. Go to ladystartup.com.au to enrol now. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Princess Diana's niece, Lady Kitty Spencer recently had an extravagant Italian wedding, which included no fewer than five custom Dolce & Gabbana gowns and a whole host of celebrity guests. For some brides and grooms, this is their ultimate fairytale and they will spend whatever it takes to achieve that on their big day, but for others a much simpler affair is what makes them happy. The Quicky speaks to an expert in wedding planning and two brides - one who spared no expense, and one who was very budget savvy - to find out just how much the average Aussie is spending on their dream wedding. If you’re getting married, listen to our podcast Hitched with the Bridechilla herself, ​​Aleisha McCormack, who will help you plan your big day in just 10 weeks.  --- The Lady Startup Activation Plan is an online course is taught by Mamamia's co-founder, Mia Freeman, for any woman who wants to start a business, micro-business or side-hustle. ⁠⁠With lifetime access, live group mentoring sessions, a private support Facebook Group, checklists, workbooks, lessons and videos, the Activation Plan will guide you through every step of the way so you can start your business the right way, the first time. Enrolments close at midnight AEST tonight, Monday 9th of August. Go to ladystartup.com.au to enrol now. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Jamie - Spared no expense for her lavish wedding in Sydney Grace - Found clever ways to keep the costs down for her campsite nuptials Darcy Allen - Venue & Planning Manager at Easy Weddings based in Melbourne, who has many years of experience planning events both big and small CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2020 there were more than 51,000 missing persons reports made to police in Australia, which is more than 140 on every day of the year. Any person missing for more than three months is classified as a long-term missing person. There are approximately 2,600 long-term missing persons in Australia. Every one of these missing people leaves behind countless devastated friends and loved ones, some of whom will unfortunately never get any answers or closure about what happened.  This Missing Persons Week, The Quicky speaks to one of Australia's leading missing persons experts, and a woman who was left devastated after her brother vanished in 2011, to find out what life is like for those left behind and what we can all do to help. If you have information about a missing person whether you or they are in Australia or overseas, you can call Crime Stoppers at any time on 1800 333 000, or contact the National Missing Persons Coordination Centre on 1800 000 634. If you would like to help the Missing Person’s Advocacy Network (MPAN) make Missing Person’s Week officially recognised, you can sign the online petition. You can also reach out to MPAN if you need emotional or practical support to help deal with your own experience of a missing person. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Ian Camilleri Guests: Loren O’Keeffe - Founder and CEO of the Missing Persons Advocacy Network who dedicated her life to helping others after her own brother went missing Jodie McEwan - Coordinator of the AFP’s National Missing Persons Coordination Centre CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's World Breastfeeding Week and this year's theme is 'Protect Breastfeeding: A Shared Responsibility', but what does that look like in 2021? The old adage of 'breast is best' still taunts many mothers who can't or simply don't want to breastfeed, and yet partners and other friends, family and even society often do little to support them, even when they do want help. The Quicky speaks to three mothers who all had very different encounters breastfeeding their children, a Lactation Specialist, and an expert researcher to find out why every woman has a unique experience feeding their child. Subscribe to The Quicky at... https://mamamia.com.au/the-quicky/ CREDITS  Host/Producer: Claire Murphy Executive Producer: Siobhán Moran-McFarlane Audio Producer: Jacob Round Guests: Hannah Mansur, Rikki Waller, Nicolle Stuart - All had very different experiences of breastfeeding Naomi Hull - Lactation Specialist and Registered Nurse in Brisbane who works with the Australian Breastfeeding Association Professor Lisa Amir - Principal Research Fellow at La Trobe University's Judith Lumley Centre exploring issues of major public health importance for women, children and families. She is also currently a Medical Officer for Lactation at the Royal Women's Hospital in Melbourne, and Editor-in-Chief of the International Breastfeeding Journal CONTACT US Got a topic you'd like us to cover? Send us an email at [email protected] Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.